An industrial chemist observes that the synthesis of Nylon-6,6 produces water as a byproduct, unlike the synthesis of polyethylene. How are these two classified?
Q1. An industrial chemist observes that the synthesis of Nylon-6,6 produces water as a byproduct, unlike the synthesis of polyethylene. How are these two classified?
Answer: Nylon-6,6 is a condensation polymer while polyethylene is an addition polymer
Explanation: Nylon-6,6 is a condensation polymer releasing water, whereas polyethylene is an addition polymer involving simple monomer unit stacking without byproduct loss.